Cletus Dee Davis was born on October 30, 1942, the son of Robert Dean and Alice Dorene (Brown) Davis.  He passed away peacefully at the Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence, Missouri, on December 18, 2023, aged 81. Cletus grew up in the Appleton City, Missouri, area, where he graduated from High school.

After completing his education, he began a career working as pipefitter for the Pipefitters Local Union 533, where he retired in 2004 for medical reasons. He also liked farming and tinkering. During his later years he enjoyed the companionship of Jacklyn L. Julian, who cared for him, and they spent many happy times together. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Robert Dean and Alice Dorene (Brown) Davis.

Cletus is survived by his companion, Jacklyn L. Julian; one brother Eddie Davis (Kay); three sons: Terry (Neta), Todd (Janelle), and Jeffrey (Christy) Davis; four grandchildren: Kristofer, Garrett, Kaitlin, and Mara Davis; along with extended family and friends.